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Commanders Rally from 10-Point Deficit to Beat Chargers 27-10
5 Oct
Summary
- Commanders score 27 unanswered points after forcing key fumble
- Daniels throws TD in final minute to seal win for Commanders
- Chargers plagued by penalties and turnovers in home loss
On October 6th, 2025, the Washington Commanders staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Chargers 27-10 at SoFi Stadium. The Chargers had built a 10-0 lead by the midpoint of the second quarter, but a crucial fumble recovery by the Commanders sparked a 27-point surge that went unanswered.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt was the hero for the Commanders, scoring two touchdowns to lead the charge. Quarterback Jayden Daniels also played a key role, throwing for 231 yards and a touchdown in the final minute to seal the victory. The Chargers, meanwhile, were undone by their own mistakes, committing 10 penalties for 85 yards and turning the ball over three times in Washington territory.
The win marks the first road victory of the season for the Commanders, who improve to 3-2 on the year. The Chargers, on the other hand, drop to 3-2 after a disappointing performance at home. With this result, the Commanders have shown their resilience and ability to overcome adversity, while the Chargers will need to regroup and address their discipline issues ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Miami Dolphins.
